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AMLE 2017 Self-Efficacy & Growth Mindset- The Keys to Academic Perseverance

By Anonymous

I had never heard of and did not know of Debbie Silver.  I came to find out very quickly that she had presented in Unionville School District prior to 2004, when I started in the district.  She was an engaging, enthusiastic presenter.  Debbie Silver’s sessions were full of practical and usable ideas for not only for my classroom, but also to apply in my own life with my children.  She conveyed one of the simplest principles; encourage children on Effort and Choices.  Encouraging children based on things they can control rather than those things they cannot control.  Doing so will create more intrinsically motivated individuals and learners.  Most people complement and encourage by telling children that they are so smart.  I had never thought of it this way.  Something so simple that makes a tremendous difference.  So, when you think about encouraging your students or your own children, remember praise them for their hard work and effort.  This encouragement will create individuals who are more motivated; will take on more challenges and risks.  These individuals will persevere and not get frustrated when they are unable to figure something out right away.  It creates a motivation to try harder and put forth more effort.  It is much more rewarding when you work hard for something.  The simplest principal can make a tremendous difference in a child’s life.  One being of self-efficacy and perseverance

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